Break a Leg!: A Treasury of Theatre Traditions and Superstitions

Ever wondered why actors don’t wear green onstage? Or never wish each other “good luck”? Or avoid whistling in the dressing room? Or refuse to mention a certain Shakespeare play by name? “BREAK A LEG!” A TREASURY OF THEATRE TRADITIONS AND SUPERSTITIONS is a fascinating compendium of facts and fancies about theatre life, exploring the origin of the colorful traditions and superstitions that are as vital a part of theatre as the plays onstage. Includes entries on: Cats, Candles & Curtains · Peacock, Mirrors & Make-up · Flowers, Jewelry & Thread · The Gypsy Robe · The Ghost Light · Opening Night! · Why Is It Called “the Green Room”? · Don’t Quote the Scottish Play! · St. Genesius & Other Saintly Aids to Actors · Unusual Theatre Terms · Famous Actors and Their Superstitions · Stage Turkeys and the Notorious Broadway Moose · Theatre Ghosts . . . and much more. “BREAK A LEG!” A TREASURY OF THEATRE TRADITIONS AND SUPERSTITIONS is the perfect Opening Night gift for your favorite theatre friends or for anyone interested in theatre life and lore.